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Photo courtesy of Juan Morales - Panther JV women’s soccer.

Photo courtesy of Juan Morales - Panther JV women’s soccer.

JV women’s soccer undefeated at 6-0

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Panther JV women’s soccer remains unbeaten through six matches. After a solid 2023, earning three wins, three losses and a draw, Franklin has accrued one of its best records in program history. Just three wins shy of a perfect campaign, Juan Morales said his team has what it takes.
Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior first baseman Jaxon Hursey (right) flips the ball to senior pitcher Josiah Hursey versus Smoky Mountain at McConnell Field April 2.

Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior first baseman Jaxon Hursey (right) flips the ball to senior pitcher Josiah Hursey versus Smoky Mountain at McConnell Field April 2.

Baseball edges North Buncombe, routs Smoky

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
It was a good week for Panther baseball. After dropping their last four games, Franklin needed a pick-me-up over spring break, hosting North Buncombe and Smoky Mountain at McConnell Field.
Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior captain Julia Estes wins a header versus Smoky Mountain at the Panther Pit April 1.

Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior captain Julia Estes wins a header versus Smoky Mountain at the Panther Pit April 1.

Women’s soccer on 3-win streak

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Panther women’s soccer is on a hot streak. Since winning just one of their first six games, Sam Vargas’s team has been on a tear, earning three straight victories over Pisgah, Smoky Mountain and Murphy.
Press photo/Will Woolever - Seniors Logan Russo (left) and Barrett Stork lead the pack in the 1,600-meter run at Western Carolina University March 7.

Press photo/Will Woolever - Seniors Logan Russo (left) and Barrett Stork lead the pack in the 1,600-meter run at Western Carolina University March 7.

Track impresses in Georgia

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
One of Panther track’s most competitive meets of the year is in the books. On Saturday, March 30, the team traveled to Starr’s Mill High School south of Atlanta for its annual Friday Night Lights. Versus 21 of Georgia’s most elite teams, Franklin ranked among the very best in several events.
Junior Eli Adams backhands a ball versus Pisgah at the Macon County Rec Park March 28 (Press photo/Will Woolever).

Junior Eli Adams backhands a ball versus Pisgah at the Macon County Rec Park March 28 (Press photo/Will Woolever).

Tennis routs Tuscola, Pisgah; improves to 4-4

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
It was a good week for Panther men’s tennis. Having won just two of their first six matches, on the week of March 25 Franklin began the second half of their season. With wins over Mountain Seven rivals Tuscola and Pisgah, Sammy Gunter’s team improved their conference record to 4-4.
Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior Laura Holland hits a groundball versus Madison at Macon Middle School March 28.

Press photo/Will Woolever - Senior Laura Holland hits a groundball versus Madison at Macon Middle School March 28.

Softball wins thriller vs. Madison

Will Woolever
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Panther softball has maintained its unbeaten record in dramatic fashion. In their first seven games, Franklin outclassed most of their opponents, with Smoky Mountain and Hiwassee Dam providing their only serious threats.
Press photo/Will Woolever. Malachi Hayes throws to fellow senior Jaxon Hursey at first base versus Tuscola March 12 at McConnell Field.

Press photo/Will Woolever. Malachi Hayes throws to fellow senior Jaxon Hursey at first base versus Tuscola March 12 at McConnell Field.

Baseball beats Murphy, drops M7C game to Pisgah

Will Woolever
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
It was a mixed week for Panther baseball. On the week of March 18, Jared Greenwood’s team faced a busy slate of games, with a trip to Murphy and a two-game series with Pisgah on the docket.
Press file photo. Junior Justus Bradford competes in the high jump at Western Carolina University March 8.

Press file photo. Junior Justus Bradford competes in the high jump at Western Carolina University March 8.

Track impresses at Rabun Gap

Will Woolever
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Panther track and field continues to round into midseason form. After a busy week of March 11, sending the bulk of their team to Montreat College and a few to the Adidas Indoor Nationals, on March 20 the Panthers competed much closer to home.
Press photo/Will Woolever. Senior Cooper Guffie chips out of the rough at the Franklin Golf Course versus Smoky Mountain Feb. 28.

Press photo/Will Woolever. Senior Cooper Guffie chips out of the rough at the Franklin Golf Course versus Smoky Mountain Feb. 28.

Golf routs Smoky at Franklin Golf Course

Will Woolever
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Panther men’s golf continues to rout their conference foes. On Wednesday, March 20, the team welcomed Smoky Mountain to the Franklin Golf Course for a match with both teams’ full rosters.
Press photo/Will Woolever. Junior Teah Phillips catches East Henderson’s goalkeeper out of her net at the Panther Pit March 18.

Press photo/Will Woolever. Junior Teah Phillips catches East Henderson’s goalkeeper out of her net at the Panther Pit March 18.

Women’s soccer wins thriller over East Henderson

Will Woolever
Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Panther women’s soccer have earned their first win of the year. After playing just three games in their first three weeks, on March 18 Franklin kicked off the heart of their season, hosting East Henderson for their first of three conference games in five days.